The U.S. "Ford" Aircraft Carrier to Temporarily Dock for Repairs Due to Fire
On March 17 local time, CCTV reporters learned that the USS Ford aircraft carrier is expected to temporarily dock for repairs due to a fire that occurred during its military operations against Iran.
U.S. officials stated that the carrier is currently located in the Red Sea and plans to make a short stop at Souda Bay on the Greek island of Crete, although the specific duration of the stay has not been announced.
It is understood that the fire broke out in the main laundry area on board and was brought under control after several hours. Approximately 200 crew members received treatment for smoke inhalation, with one person being evacuated from the ship. The fire also affected about 100 berths.
The U.S. military previously stated that the fire did not impact the carrier's propulsion system, and the vessel remains combat-capable.
The USS Ford is one of the newest and largest aircraft carriers in the world, with about 5,000 personnel and over 70 military aircraft on board, and has been involved in related operations since the U.S. and Israel launched military actions against Iran on February 28. (CCTV reporter Liu Xiaoqian)
The USS Ford aircraft carrier is temporarily docking at Souda Bay, Crete, for repairs following a fire that occurred during military operations against Iran. The fire, which lasted several hours, affected approximately 200 crew members, with one requiring evacuation. The carrier remains operational and is currently located in the Red Sea.
- The USS Ford experienced a fire while involved in military operations against Iran.
- The fire occurred in the main laundry area and was controlled after several hours.
- Approximately 200 crew members received treatment for smoke inhalation, with one evacuated from the ship.
- The carrier is currently in the Red Sea and plans to dock at Souda Bay, Crete for repairs.
- The fire did not affect the carrier's propulsion system, and it remains operational.